ALPLA and zerooo develop reusable PET bottles for cosmetics

  ALPLA and SEA ME GmbH’s zerooo have introduced a new line of reusable PET bottles designed for cosmetic and personal care products. Starting in September, brands in Germany will begin offering products like shampoo, shower gel, and body lotion in these 300-millilitre bottles. The bottles come in clear, milky white, and brown and are …

Huhtamaki Flexibles Istanbul receives P&G’s 2023 Excellence Award

  Huhtamaki Flexibles Istanbul has been awarded the P&G 2023 Excellence Award, joining a distinguished group of around 80 suppliers selected from approximately 60,000 globally. The award recognizes the company’s significant role within P&G’s supply ecosystem.   The accolade highlights the strong partnership between Huhtamaki and P&G, emphasizing the company’s consistent delivery of high-quality goods …

Google achieves 100% plastic-free packaging for hardware products

  Google has announced that it has successfully transitioned to 100% plastic-free packaging for its Pixel, Nest, and Fitbit devices. Initially, the company had pledged to achieve this milestone by 2025, but it has reached this goal ahead of schedule. The new packaging design emphasizes ease of recycling and sustainability.   The shift from plastic …

Namibia Breweries unveils N$337 million wine packaging line

  Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) has inaugurated a new wine packaging line, marking a notable advancement in its commitment to innovation and local production. The N$337 million facility was officially launched by President Dr. Nangolo Mbumba at NBL’s headquarters in Windhoek on August 22, 2024. The ceremony was attended by Honourable Lucia Lipumbu, Minister of …

Siegwerk launches new functional coatings for sustainable paper packaging

  Siegwerk has announced new functional coatings for paper packaging designed to enhance barrier and heat-seal properties. The new coatings, part of the company’s CIRKIT product line, aim to meet the growing demand for recyclable and sustainable paper packaging.   Oliver Waddington, Head of Business Development for Circular Economy Coatings at Siegwerk, highlighted the challenge …

JYSK cuts 78 tonnes of plastic with new curtain packaging

  JYSK, an international home furnishing retailer with Scandinavian roots, has introduced a significant change in its packaging approach. The company is transitioning from plastic to cardboard bellybands for ready-made curtains, aiming to save 78 tonnes of plastic annually. This initiative is part of JYSK’s broader strategy to reduce plastic use across its product lines. …

M&S pioneers paper packaging for garlic baguettes, cutting 5.5 million plastic units annually

  Marks & Spencer (M&S) has become the first UK retailer to switch its garlic baguettes to paper packaging, removing 5.5 million units of plastic annually. The shift applies to all single and twin garlic baguettes, which are now available in Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) approved paper packaging that can be easily recycled at home. …

Mauser Packaging Solutions expands operations in South Africa with plastic drum business acquisition

  Mauser Packaging Solutions, a leading global industrial packaging producer, has expanded its presence in South Africa with the acquisition of a plastic drum manufacturing business in Pinetown, Kwa-Zulu Natal. Previously owned by Nampak Products Ltd and later by Eliptotime PTY Ltd, the business was officially transferred to Mauser on August 1, 2024.   This …

ProAmpac introduces curbside recyclable packaging for tissue products

  ProAmpac has unveiled its new fiber-based ProActive Recyclable RP-1050 packaging, designed to replace traditional plastic film overwraps with a curbside recyclable option. Initially launched in North America, the product has proven successful and is now also available in Europe with local manufacturing capabilities.   The RP-1050 is aimed at providing a sustainable alternative to …

DS Smith and Versuni collaborate on sustainable packaging for Philips Baristina coffee machine

  DS Smith has announced a partnership with Versuni to develop a new, eco-friendly packaging solution for the Philips Baristina coffee machine. This fibre-based packaging is fully recyclable and eliminates the use of plastic bags, marking a significant shift towards sustainable materials.   The packaging features corrugated buffers with an anti-scratch coating, designed to minimize …